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The publication of Form and Object: A Treatise on Things by Tristan Garcia, Prix de Flore-winning novelist, philosopher, essayist, and screenwriter is a genuine event in the history of philosophy. Sit
Providing a clear and accessible introduction to the linguistic study of meaning, the second edition of this bestselling textbook outlines the meaning potential (semantics) of English and how language
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An introduction to the linguistic study of meaning, this book outlines the meaning potential (semantics) of English and how language knowledge is put to use (pragmatics). As well as gaining a systemat
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A new introduction to contemporary nationhood that sets it apart from national identity, nationalism and diversityDrawing on extensive research in transnationalism and ethnic conflict around the world
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Offers an introduction to Deleuze's important work of philosophy. By critically analysing of Deleuze's methods, principles and arguments, this title helps readers to engage with the revolutionary core
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An introduction to corpus-based language research, covering the use of computers, obtaining corpus material, analytical tools, and applications of computerized natural language processing. Offers guid
